Relativity Media

A much-ballyhooed plan by Paramount Pictures to release movies into homes earlier than usual isn't gaining much traction among the exhibition industry's largest players. The studio recently touted a potentially groundbreaking partnership with the nation's second-largest theater chain, AMC Theatres of Kansas, and Canada-based Cineplex Entertainment to make two of its upcoming films available via digital home video 17 days after they exit most theaters. The deal was billed as paving the way for a new model of movie distribution. So far, however, other big chains aren't ready to sign up. Stunning photos, celebrity homes: Get the free weekly Hot Property newsletter...

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